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A Fine Line (Wee Challenge 42)
I am no longer “me.”
Most would say that they are familiar with that concept. But as much as they say so, it’s never easy to have to go through it. And I have undergone it. The pull on my soul is undeniable and I fear that something will snap very soon.
It’s like the ship paradox. If you repair a damaged portion of it, then it is the same ship. But over time suppose EVERY portion of the ship had to be repaired. There is no part of the original ship remaining. But is it the same ship?
I think not. Because, much like that hypothetical ship, parts of me have been replaced and I don’t feel like me anymore. And it hurts. I cannot go back. That would cause…drastic…consequences which I am not ready to face. So I carry on. I live my life in this new way.
There is a fine line that outlines the boundary which makes someone no longer truly happy. And I have unfortunately crossed that line.
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| i liked the way writer describes the changes, of which he is aware very much. i good piece for the wee contest. |
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They say that all the cells in our body are replaced every seven years. If that is so, no one of us is the same "me" we used to be.
Arley says "...when I go through crappy stuff I always remind myself it could be much worse."
Reminds me of the old saw "I cried because I had no shoes until I met a man who had no feet."
... So I said "Can I have your shoes?" ;>) |
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| Hi Ryon - Painful, emotional piece. Sounds like you're at a crossroad and have some decisions to make. Hard as that is, it's a part of life, and usually you come out better on the other side. I hope that's what happens for you. I love Karen's comment. The ability to express your emotions through writing is what keeps us from doing harmful or self-destructive things. So hang in there. |
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Comment by: karjon Online- 2008-08-08 14:19
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That can't have been easy to write, Ryon - I hope whatever you've been through is passing and that things get better for you soon.
It's a well written wee piece - always remember that's one thing you still have: your ability to write.
Cheers
Karen |
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Comment by: Arley - 2008-08-06 06:35
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Sorry to hear you're having the miseries, Ryon, but you stayed with the theme even though this isn't fiction. Don't know the details of your situation but when I go through crappy stuff I always remind myself it could be much worse.
From the day that we're born
Till we ride in the hearse
Ain't nothing so bad
That it couldn't be worse |
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